In this episode of Explore with Mimi, we speak with Nomin Bayasgalan, an actress, model, 9-5er , and former Miss Universe Canada contestant. Born in Mongolia and having lived in five countries, Nomin shares how she transformed self-doubt into success through manifestation, mindset, and discipline—from landing a film role with no prior acting experience to competing in bodybuilding and beauty pageants.
Key Topics Include:
- Manifestation & Career Breakthroughs: Nomin reveals how she unexpectedly landed a lead role in Burn Your Maps alongside Life of Pi actor Suraj Sharma—without any acting background. She discusses the power of visualization and taking action in shaping her journey.
- Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: From stepping onto a film set with A-list actors to earning the title of a professional actress, Nomin opens up about battling self-doubt and fear of failure, and how she built the confidence to thrive in competitive industries.
- Pushing Mental & Physical Limits: Nomin shares her experience competing in a natural bodybuilding competition and completing a 10-day Vipassana silent meditation retreat—two extreme challenges that tested her mental resilience and discipline.
- Spirituality & Personal Growth: As a certified yoga instructor, Nomin discusses how meditation, self-awareness, and balance have played a crucial role in her success, and why she believes in serving others through mentorship and teaching.
- Lessons on Fear & Failure: She reflects on the beauty of impermanence, how failures are often redirections, and why she refuses to let fear hold her back from taking bold risks in life.
- What’s Next? Nomin is now setting her sights on landing a role in a Netflix series, continuously refining her craft, and expanding her work in modeling and acting.
Nomin’s story is a powerful reminder that with the right mindset, discipline, and willingness to step outside your comfort zone, success is within reach. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on manifesting opportunities, embracing challenges, and thriving in unexpected places!
🎧 Tune in now and get inspired to create your own extraordinary path!
Nomin’s instagram : https://www.instagram.com/nominbay/
Nomin’s Facebook page : https://www.facebook.com/nominbay
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